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Navigating the World of Escort Cards

Jul 11, 2018

Navigating the World of Escort Cards

Photo by Idalia Photography Escort cards are something that need to be done very last minute since they can’t be completed until your RSVP’s are in. With this being the case, it’s best to develop a plan ahead of time. Today we discuss some pointers and things to consider when planning out your escort cards. Seating Charts While most people tend to go with traditional escort cards, a lot of couples are recently opting for seating charts instead. If you go with a seating chart,

Gifts for your Bridesmaids

Jun 27, 2018

Gifts for your Bridesmaids

Photo from That's Darlin Instagram Previously, we highlighted some fun, non-traditional wedding party gifts that we found on Mark & Graham for your groomsmen and bridesmaids. If you missed it, you can check it out here! Today, we are focusing on the ladies and wanted to share some other unique gifts that we think would make any bridesmaid excited! Subscription boxes We love all of the box options out there- with so many options, you can gift each bridesmaid a different box ba

Making A MOH or Best Man Speech

Jun 13, 2018

Making A MOH or Best Man Speech

Photo by Laurie for Emily Wren Photography Over the past few years we have had the opportunity to hear a lot of speeches given by the Maid of Honor and Best Man at a wedding. Some have made us laugh, while others have even made us get tears in our eyes and unfortunately, some have made us cringe! Today, we are sharing our recipe for a great toast at a wedding. Keep it short You’ve likely known the bride and/or groom for a long time and have a lot that you want to share. Remem

Is a Beach Wedding Ceremony for you?

May 16, 2018

Is a Beach Wedding Ceremony for you?

Photo by Yan Schwartzman Photography Congratulations! You’re engaged! What an exciting time in your life. However, with that engagement comes lots of decisions and one of the very first is where to get married. Your ceremony location is literally a blank canvas. If you’re religious, a church or temple may be the perfect fit! If you love the city, then maybe Liberty State Park with the skyline in the background is your dream location. But if you grew up at the Jersey Shore lik

Examining Wedding Traditions

May 2, 2018

Examining Wedding Traditions

Photo by Susan Shek Photography The list of wedding traditions that have been going on for generations now can be pretty long. So, it’s time to think about which traditions you would like to include in your wedding day and which you’d like to ditch…because it is OK to ditch some! It’s easier said than done, but try not to let the opinions of your friends and family impact you too much when it comes to these, after all, it’s your big day! Here are a few traditions that you ma

We Love Dogs!

Mar 28, 2018

We Love Dogs!

Photo by Something Blue by Susan Elizabeth Not only do we love dogs, but we love when couples incorporate their fur baby into their wedding! There are a lot of ways we’ve seen this done and it always puts a smile on our faces. Here are some of our favorite ways to incorporate your dog into your big day! Photo Table Take advantage of the space on your gift table, guestbook table or photo table by adding some pictures of you and your loved one with you pup! Who doesn’t love loo

Why hire a Wedding Planner?

Mar 6, 2018

Why hire a Wedding Planner?

Photo by IfItFitz Productions With resources like Pinterest , Etsy and The Knot, it is understandable why couples now a days often start the wedding planning process thinking that they don’t need the help of a wedding planner. What is a wedding planner really going to do that they can’t handle themselves? As wedding planners, we’re obviously a little bias about the need for a planner, but we love our job and helping our clients, so today we’re going to take you through the to

When to Book

Feb 21, 2018

When to Book

Engagement season is in full swing and many couples are wondering where to start. As wedding planners, we try to help structure our couples priority list so that they get the most important things done first, that way as the big day approaches there is less and less to worry about. Below are some insights on what vendors and things you should be booking from most important to maybe it can wait a little while longer! Photo by Susan Shek Photography The Venue This may be a no b

Shore to Please turns 3 years old!

Feb 8, 2018

Shore to Please turns 3 years old!

We can't believe that Shore to Please is already 3 years old! What an amazing three years it has been! We have been so lucky to get to work with and get to know so many wonderful couples. We love seeing them relax during the planning process and their joy on their wedding day. We have also been blessed with the opportunity to meet with and work with a lot of talented vendors/partners. We continue to be amazed by how willing to help and provide guidance our partners have been.

Holiday Cookie Baking

Dec 22, 2017

Holiday Cookie Baking

Tis the season for family, friends and delicious treats! STP does have a sweet tooth so a few years ago we started an annual cookie baking tradition to celebrate the holiday season. Jen, Kelly and our friend Marieke have gotten together at Jen’s house to bake our favorite holiday cookies and then do a cookie swap so we get to enjoy each person’s creations! As the tradition continues we’ve had some new additions (Hadley) and some new cookies that we’ve made but the fun with fr

Ways to Honor Lost Loved Ones

Dec 12, 2017

Ways to Honor Lost Loved Ones

Photo by Susan Shek This time of year many people remember family traditions and relive memories from holidays past. It is a magical time of year but also a time where many people remember lost loved ones. Planning and celebrating a wedding day is no different. It is a very special moment in your life where family and friends come together to honor your commitment to each other and it makes you wish some of those important people in your life that have passed away were there

Holiday Gifts for Newly Engaged Couples

Dec 1, 2017

Holiday Gifts for Newly Engaged Couples

Whether you are shopping for your fiancé or for friends that have recently gotten engaged ('tis the season!), we put together some of our favorite gift ideas for newly engaged couples! FOR THE BRIDE Ring holder She’ll need a safe place to keep her new bling! We love something simple like this Kate Spade Ring holder, priced at $40. Ornament Mark your engagement date or your first holiday as an engaged couple with a keepsake ornament. Etsy has tons of options for customized orn

Cheers to a great 2017 Wedding Season!

Nov 13, 2017

Cheers to a great 2017 Wedding Season!

Photo by Yan Schwartzman Photography As we wrap up the 2017 wedding season we are reflecting on all of the amazing couples we worked with and awesome ideas that we saw throughout the year. We wanted to share with you some of the fun trends and great ideas that we saw during the year! Doughnuts We sure do love our desserts and we really enjoyed when candy bars and cupcakes were trending, but now doughnuts seem to be the newest dessert craze! There are a lot of fun ways to disp

Amanda & Gregs' Beach Wedding

Oct 31, 2017

Amanda & Gregs' Beach Wedding

Photo by Yan Schwartzman Photography Amanda and Greg tied the knot on a very warm September day at Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch, NJ. We first met the couple over a year ago when they booked us and we couldn’t wait for their big day to arrive. The bride and groom both got ready at Ocean Place but chose not to do a first look. Lacey Alagia Hair and Makeup got the wedding party all set and looking beautiful. Moments were captured by the talented Yan Schwartzman. The bride

Samantha & James' Wedding at The Mill

Oct 10, 2017

Samantha & James' Wedding at The Mill

Photo by Something Blue by Susan Elizabeth Samantha and James came to us just shy of two years prior to their wedding to hire us as their day of coordinators and we were so excited to be on board. Those two years were very eventful and after having the opportunity to get married on Good Morning America, Samantha and James decided to switch venues for their September 15th wedding. They ended up at The Mill Lakeside Manor in Spring Lake and we are so glad they did! As Samantha

Georgia & Steve's Beach Wedding

Sep 6, 2017

Georgia & Steve's Beach Wedding

Photo by Nicole Detone Photography We can’t believe it’s already been over a month since Georgia and Steve’s wedding day at Ocean Place Resort and Spa in Long Branch, New Jersey. The couple had a specific vision for their big day and we were excited to help bring it to life. The day began with the bridal party and groomsmen the getting ready at the hotel where they ate, drank and laughed all morning long. Georgia and Steve previously had a small wedding in Florida, but they

Often Overlooked Budget Items

Jul 24, 2017

Often Overlooked Budget Items

Photo by Laurie for Emily Wren Photography As you are developing your budget for your big day there are a lot of little details to remember. Of course you know to budget for things like your centerpieces and your favors, but there are some items that couples consistently overlook. Here are a few reminders about the items that we often see couples forgetting. Adding Tax…and Gratuity! Sometimes vendors will give you a total cost for their services in the beginning without provi

Creating the Perfect Welcome Bag

Jun 16, 2017

Creating the Perfect Welcome Bag

Often your guests have traveled a long way to come celebrate with you, so it’s a nice surprise when they are welcomed by a gift bag at check in. Here are some ideas for how to make your welcome bag special. Include An Itinerary Let guests know what is going on for the weekend. Include things like a time and location for welcome drinks, the rehearsal, ceremony start and after party information. If there is a shuttle bus to the venue, this is a great place to remind people of t

Top Reminders for Couples

Jun 1, 2017

Top Reminders for Couples

Photo by Lauri for Emily Wren Photography When we kick things off with our couples we like to go through a detailed list of questions about their plans for their big day. While going through our checklist, there are often items that surprise couples whether they are things that they haven’t thought of or didn’t even realize. Today we dive into our top 5 reminders for couples! Eating is a must As we spoke about in our Emergency Kit blog post, it is great to have snacks on han

Making your guests feel welcome

May 17, 2017

Making your guests feel welcome

A wedding day is for you, the happy couple! You get to choose pretty much everything that the day includes, but a big part of what makes your day truly special is the family and friends who are joining you. They come from near and far to share the day with you, so it is always nice to show your appreciation through little touches that can be added to your wedding day. Below are some ways to make your guests feel welcome from beginning to end! Endless Wave Studios Transportat